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Wise Beyond Their Years: How Reading Nurtures Children's Empathy | Chronicle Podcast Ep.2
Manage episode 493353342 series 2594555
Wise Beyond Their Years – How Reading Nurtures Children's Empathy In this episode, I explore the link between reading and empathy — and why some kids seem to carry emotional insight well beyond their age. It turns out, reading doesn’t just help with language — it reshapes the way we understand others, make decisions, and handle life’s challenges.
I get into:
The Sally-Anne test and the roots of perspective-taking
How stories help kids recognize and name emotions
The power of interactive fiction to simulate real-life consequences
What research says about reading and long-term success — in school, work, and wellbeing
And why, even in a digital age, books still matter
This one’s for anyone passionate about child development, education, or the future of storytelling. Thanks for listening — and as always, hug the ones you love.
72 episodes
Manage episode 493353342 series 2594555
Wise Beyond Their Years – How Reading Nurtures Children's Empathy In this episode, I explore the link between reading and empathy — and why some kids seem to carry emotional insight well beyond their age. It turns out, reading doesn’t just help with language — it reshapes the way we understand others, make decisions, and handle life’s challenges.
I get into:
The Sally-Anne test and the roots of perspective-taking
How stories help kids recognize and name emotions
The power of interactive fiction to simulate real-life consequences
What research says about reading and long-term success — in school, work, and wellbeing
And why, even in a digital age, books still matter
This one’s for anyone passionate about child development, education, or the future of storytelling. Thanks for listening — and as always, hug the ones you love.
72 episodes
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